Best Joe S Reading List Podcasts (2024)

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How to build at £350m turnover business - Nick Glynne, Buy it Group 53:10

7h ago53:10

53:10

This week we speak to Nick Glynne, Founder & CEO of the BuyIt Direct Group.. Nick tells us how he went from a single Huddersfield laptop repair shop to a £350m turnover business by buying and fixing distressed businesses. He shares with us how the learnings from two failed business acquisitions moulded the company’s strategy, the pros and cons of t…

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Accidental start up to multi-million pound sale - Phil Fraser, Which Bingo 36:34

8h ago36:34

36:34

Many people have asked for my business journey story, so this week the tables are turned and I’m the guest. You’ll hear how a failed angel investment pitch, turned into an accidental business launch, my ‘sliding doors’ moment, how the sale of the business came about and why you don’t need to be ‘lonely at the top’. The interview was originally broa…

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8 must-listen business lessons 25:57

8h ago25:57

25:57

As a precursor to Series Two, I’ve selected what I think are 8 must-listen business learnings chosen from the 38 brilliant guests we’ve had so far. I could have picked way more as every guest that we’ve had on has been fascinating to listen to and learn from. Before we start, I have one simple request; Please hit the follow or subscribe button on t…

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How to build a fashion brand - Simon Brown, Joe Browns 54:00

2M ago54:00

54:00

This week we speak to Simon Brown, founder of fashion and lifestyle brand, Joe Browns. Simons tells us where the inspiration for the brand came from, shares with us the business ups and the personal downs of Covid, being told that he was unemployable, the three ‘i’s the brand lives by and a great checklist for starting your own business. Rasputin a…

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I hate Daniel Priestley - Entrepreneurship Masterclass with Daniel Priestley 1:07:23

2M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

On April 23rd 2024 I wrote a post on Linked in, titled ‘I hate Daniel Priestley’. See https://www.linkedin.com/posts/philfraser_i-hate-daniel-priestley-im-sueing-activity-7185564354442854400-nVXA/. The post went viral! Off the back of it Daniel agreed to be a guest on the podcast. Before you start listening to this week’s episode make sure you have…

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What Is the Mandylion and Its Importance in Shroud Studies? A Conversation with Alexei Lidov 49:24

2M ago49:24

49:24

Join us for an enlightening interview with renowned art historian and iconography expert, Alexei Lidov. As a leading authority on religious art Lidov brings a profound understanding of the visual and spatial dimensions of religious artifacts. In this exclusive interview, Alexei Lidov delves into his groundbreaking research, discussing the significa…

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Being caught in the 2008 RBS scandal - Dean Hartley 56:30

3M ago56:30

56:30

This week we speak to Dean Hartley and hear all about some of the darker sides of business; the threat of VCs kicking you out of your own business, being caught in the 2008 RBS GRG scandal and what happens when you’re at strategic loggerheads with your fellow board members, and the personal low point of exiting a business. INTRODUCING DEAN HARTLEY …

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How Can The Shroud of Turin, Enhance Community in India: An Interview With Pastor Rajeev 18:28

2M ago18:28

18:28

To support this cause go to: https://gofund.me/f0587ae9 Pastor Rajeev from India sits down with Guy Powell to explore innovative ways to incorporate the Shroud of Turin into Christian outreach efforts. Pastor Rajeev shares insights from his challenging yet impactful ministry, which focuses on reaching out to illiterate and Hindu communities in area…

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From start-up to aim-listed plc - Jonathan Straight, Straight plc 59:30

3M ago59:30

59:30

This week's guest is Jonathan Straight, founder and former-CEO of recycling solutions company Straight plc. Jonathan tells us how the business came about, the journey to becoming a plc, the crisis caused by over-trading and then the eventual sale of the company. And he discuss the important question, 'what do you wear after selling your business?' …

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Apprentice 2024 winner, Rachel Woolford - Owner of North Studio gyms 55:30

3M ago55:30

55:30

This week I’m delighted to have Apprentice winner and North Studio owner, Rachel Woolford as my guest. Rachel explains all about launching her boutique gym just weeks before lockdown and the stress it caused her, reveals the secrets from behind the scenes of The Apprentice, tells us all about her time on the show and shares what it's been like sinc…

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How to run a Pop-Up Shop - Simon Williams & Marshall Frieze 42:16

3M ago42:16

42:16

This week’s guests are Marshall Frieze and Simon Williams who, for only three weeks a year, run a speciality pop-up shop. Hear why they do it, the unique challenges they face, how Covid turned EVERYTHING on it’s head and what the key is to the shop’s continued year-on-year improvement. INTRODUCING SIMON WILLIAMS & MARSHALL FRIEZE Simon Williams is …

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A Story of Resilience and Leadership | Exclusive Interview with Vallie Collins 34:57

3M ago34:57

34:57

Join us in this compelling interview with Vallie Smith Collins, whose remarkable journey of survival, resilience, and leadership continues to inspire many. Vallie, a resident of Tennessee, lives with her husband and three children. Deeply involved in her community, she is an active member at Church and holds various significant roles in community s…

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Fiona Conor - MD, Trust Electric Heating 44:48

4M ago44:48

44:48

Starts at 00.45 This week’s guest is Fiona Conor, Managing Director of Trust Electrical Heating. Fiona tells us all about her amazing & varied route to becoming a business owner, the ups and downs of registering a patent, the huge importance of brand, the need for a business coach to vomit on…. and how to stop your ‘leaky bucket’ and increase your …

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The quickest way to reduce your business carbon footprint - Peter Kirby & Will Smith, Tred 48:38

4M ago48:38

48:38

This week we speak to green banking start-up, Tred. Peter & will discuss where the idea of a green bank account came from, the secret tip that worked for improving their network connections, how the first round of testing changed the business strategy, the positives and negatives of a wait list and what it feels like to secure £1m of funding. We al…

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What Extraordinary Elements of the Shroud Has Giulio Fanti Identified? 57:36

4M ago57:36

57:36

Join us in an illuminating episode as we sit down with Giulio Fanti, a prominent researcher and academic known for his extensive work on the Shroud of Turin. With a background in mechanical and thermal engineering, Fanti brings a unique scientific perspective to the study of one of Christianity's most mysterious and revered relics. In this exclusiv…

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The secret of successful angel investment - Colin Glass OBE 43:33

4M ago43:33

43:33

This week’s episode is slightly different as we meet one of the Leeds business community’s most well-known faces, Colin Glass OBE. Colin shares his expertise on a variety of business topics including what makes a great business founder, funding options available for businesses, what is a NED and why you might need one, what sweat investment is and,…

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I've built 10 £1m+ businesses - Nigel Botterill, Founder, Entrepreneurs Circle 52:23

4M ago52:23

52:23

This week we speak to Nigel Botterill, Founder of Entrepreneurs Circle. Nigel tells us why bootstrapping is the WRONG way to run a business, how incompetence launched his most successful business, the day he found £500k missing from his business bank account and the bedroom business that went multi-million pound in months. He also gives a 'how to' …

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How Can You Merge Modern Media with Ancient Mysteries? Answers and More with James Day 57:50

5M ago57:50

57:50

Join us in an enlightening interview with James Day, a prolific writer and EWTN television producer, whose insights into the Shroud of Turin have captivated readers since 2013. In this exclusive episode, James delves into his upcoming book set to release in late 2024, offering a fascinating glimpse into the medieval world when the Shroud first emer…

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How Does 'The God Geometer' Bridge the Gap Between Science and Faith? 52:07

5M ago52:07

52:07

In this enlightening episode, we welcome back Tom McAvoy to discuss his latest work, "The God Geometer," a compelling book that bridges the gap between science and faith. Amidst a climate where faith often finds itself in the crosshairs of scientific progress and skepticism, Tom's book offers a refreshing perspective, arguing that modern science, f…

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Start up to £mm sale in 7 years - Alistair Maiden, Founder of SYKE 49:15

5M ago49:15

49:15

In this week’s episode we talk to Alistair Maiden, founder of legal tech company, Syke. Hear business tales and learnings from the legendary Ken Morrison, Alistair’s eureka moment for the business, how the business grew to an eventual multi-million pound sale in the US plus the hard changes that needed to take place after sale. Plus, what’s it like…

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How to win at property development - Christine Yorath, Property Developer 36:28

5M ago36:28

36:28

In this week’s episode we speak to local property developer and interior designer, Christine Yorath. Christine talks us through her property career, plus how she started a skincare business when returning from Vancouver, the almost accidental launch of a successful property letting business and teaches us how to avoid getting stabbed in the back in…

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What Does Witnessing the Shroud of Turin Reveal? Mary Hines Shares Her Journey 39:15

5M ago39:15

39:15

In this captivating interview episode, we sit down with Mary Hines, a retired medical technologist and esteemed member of the SSGroup, who has been deeply involved in Shroud of Turin research since 1977. With a unique personal connection to the Shroud, Mary shares her profound experience of witnessing the Shroud in person in 1978, a moment that has…

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How to grow your business by acquisition with Jon Graves, Founder & CEO, Northern Telecom 32:19

5M ago32:19

32:19

If you’ve ever considered, or want to learn more about, growing your business by acquisition, you’ll want to listen to this week’s guest, Jon Graves, Founder & CEO of Northern Telecom. Jon has grown his business by 7-fold in three years via 13 acquisitions. In part two of our discussion Jon shares with us some of the good, and bad, acquisitions tha…

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How Close Are We to Solving the Mystery of the Shroud? An Update with Russ Breault 55:48

5M ago55:48

55:48

Welcome back to our podcast, where we dive into the mysteries and truths of historical and religious artifacts. In this special episode, we're thrilled to have Russ Breault, a renowned Shroud of Turin expert, joining us for his third appearance. Russ, with his extensive knowledge and passion for the Shroud, has become a favorite among our listeners…

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Jon Graves - Founder & CEO, Northern Telecom (growth by acquisition) 36:45

5M ago36:45

36:45

If you’ve ever considered, or want to learn more about, growing your business by acquisition, you’ll want to listen to this week’s guest, Jon Graves, Founder & CEO of Northern Telecom. Jon has grown his business by 7-fold in three years via 13 acquisitions. Jon tells us all about his acquisition strategy, shares the learnings from some of his early…

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Can The Shroud Of Turin be Replicated? | Shroud Of Turin Challenge 34:12

5M ago34:12

34:12

Could You Replicate The Shroud of Turin For $1 Million Dollars? In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Myra Kahn Adams, a renowned political and religious writer with a rich portfolio of national credits dating back to 2010. Where we discuss the latest challenge presented by David rolfe: could you replicate the Shroud of Turin with only usi…

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Jamie Bentley - CEO, Stephenson Personal Care 42:49

6M ago42:49

42:49

In this week’s episode we speak to Jamie Bentley, CEO of Stephenson Personal Care. Jamie tells us all about how it feels to take over as fifth generation in a family firm, selling in the states looking like a cross between Tim Nice-but-Dim and Hugh Grant, the feeling when landing your first million dollar deal and how a brilliant ‘train set’ analog…

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Chris Bax - Co-Founder, Bax Botanics 35:37

6M ago35:37

35:37

Chris Bax, co-founder of Bax Botanics, tells us how this ‘professional tree-hugger’ husband & wife team launched an outdoor experiential business, and then their award-winning alcohol-free gin-like drink. You get to meet Ebenezer, Edith and Hefzibah and hear how Chris feels that getting liquid on lips is the toughest part of the business, along wit…

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How Does New Mexico's Shroud of Turin Exhibit & Museum Redefine the Relic? | VP8 Image Analyzer 30:41

6M ago30:41

30:41

To learn more about vp8 image analyzer and what shroud exhibit and museum, please feel free to visit our YouTube channel. What shroud exhibit and museum is covered in this video, along with the following subjects: Image processing, viewing the shroud of turin, and museums supporting the shroud of turin. The vp8 image analyzer can be challenging, bu…

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Carrie Rose - Founder, Rise At Seven (the growth & expansion of Rise At Seven) 36:01

6M ago36:01

36:01

In part two of her interview Carrie Rose of Rise At Seven discusses the exit of her co-founder, re-structuring the business to reflect the aim of generating demand and then capturing demand, bringing a management and support team in, establishing an American office, a basic ‘how to’ to improve your company’s SEO and Carrie’s key learnings from her …

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Carrie Rose - Founder, Rise At Seven (the rise and rise of Rise At Seven) 39:39

6M ago39:39

39:39

Hear how Carrie Rose went from launch to £7.2m turnover in four years, winning 80 awards in two years on the way, how she turned down Lord Sugar, the importance of brand and company culture, the importance of processes and systems, the issues she encountered managing exponential growth and how she copes with managing staff older than herself. There…

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Did Shroud Researchers Rediscover Radiocarbon Clues? 27:50

6M ago27:50

27:50

In this episode, we dive into the intriguing world of Shroud research with German scholar and author, Helmut Felzmann. Helmut's journey into the Shroud's history which took a remarkable turn when he embarked on a quest to revisit a pivotal moment in the relic's story. Helmut Felzmann made waves in the Shroud research community when he posed a cruci…

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Jamie Peacock - Rugby League legend and motivational coach 30:35

6M ago30:35

30:35

What does it feel like when you’re the best in the world at something, and then can’t do that anymore? In this week's episode we speak to Rugby League legend Jamie Peacock MBE, who is now a business coach and motivational speaker. Jamie tells us how the skills and habits that took him to the top of the tree can help you in your business, how captai…

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Michael Michaelson - ex-CEO, CLC Finance 44:16

7M ago44:16

44:16

What does it feel like when you’re moved out of the family business that you’ve run for 25 years? In this week's episode we speak to Michael Michaelson ex-CEO of CLC finance. Michael, very candidly, talks us through what he calls his ‘rags to riches to rags story, how the banks caused him ‘2 years of hell’ and how difficult it can be to finally let…

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From Ancient Battles to Biblical Narratives: Jacob Wright Speaks 51:10

7M ago51:10

51:10

Join us for an enlightening episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin podcast as we sit down with the biblical scholar, Jacob L. Wright. Currently serving as a professor of Hebrew Bible at Emory University, Jacob brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion. Jacob's expertise spans various aspects of biblical studies, including Biblical Arc…

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Zandra Moore - Co-Founder and CEO, Panintelligence 52:24

7M ago52:24

52:24

In this week's episode we speak to Zandra Moore, CEO of PanIntelligence. Zandra shares with us a super cheap and really effective marketing tactic that she used and that can get your business noticed, the triggers that brought about a successful Series A funding round, why she didn’t change her business card when she was promoted to CEO, the key ro…

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2023 Highlights - Part 2 31:49

7M ago31:49

31:49

For this week's episode, we took the time to look at the highlights from episodes 11 - 20. £20m businesses crashing.... identifying the perfect business.... an amazing new business pitch.... how to be a great boss.... drug-dealing arrests and more.... There are some great learnings and fascinating business tales. If you've not yet listened to an ep…

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2023 Highlights - Part 1 35:26

7M ago35:26

35:26

For this week's episode, we took the time to look at the highlights from episodes 1-10. Perfect business plans.... the Simon Cowell effect.... bootstrapping.... how to run a tech project when you're not a techie.... 'tweaking' pre-launch customer research... not being first to market... the problems of Brexit and more.... There are some great learn…

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Alex Craven - CEO & Co-Founder Data City 38:04

8M ago38:04

38:04

In this week's episode we speak to Alex Craven, CEO and Co-founder, founder of The Data City. Alex tells us about the sale of Bloom Agency, the harsh lessons learnt when selling a business, how and why the business sale went so badly wrong, half a million pounds worth of contracts without trying with his new business, data City and how ADHD and the…

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Alex Craven - ex-Founder, Bloom Agency 27:55

8M ago27:55

27:55

In this week's episode we speak to Alex Craven, ex-Founder of Bloom Agency and now CEO and co-founder of The Data City. Alex tells us about the launch of his first business, Bloom Agency, one of the first digital businesses in the UK, what Alex describes as a mind-bending receivership meeting, getting rid of 385/400 clients and the huge growth …

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Russell Bisset - Founder, Northern Monk 44:19

8M ago44:19

44:19

In this week's episode we speak to Russell Bisset, founder of Northern Monk brewery. Russell explains to us the key role his Grandmother played in launching the business, the importance of collaboration in business, particularly in the early days and the different challenges that direct to customer, off-trade and on-trade bring. He also shares with…

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Exploring Shroud of Turin Mysteries with Alessandro Piana 30:59

8M ago30:59

30:59

Join us for a captivating episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin podcast as we sit down with Alessandro Piana, a distinguished Shroud historian based in Monza, Italy. Alessandro's expertise in the history of the Shroud has led him to become an accomplished author, penning books and articles that unravel the tale of this ancient relic. Hail…

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A Lifelong Quest: Joe Marino and the Shroud of Turin 57:41

9M ago57:41

57:41

In this intriguing episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin podcast, we are joined by a true Shroud enthusiast and expert, Joe Marino. With a Bachelor of Arts in Theological Studies from St. Louis University, Joe's fascination with the Shroud began in 1977 when he stumbled upon a book on the subject. Tune in to hear Joe's captivating story, …

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Martin Wolstencroft - Founder, ARC Inspirations 43:09

9M ago43:09

43:09

This week we speak to Martin Wolstencroft, Founder & CEO of the company behind Banyan, Manahatta or Box. Amongst other things, Martin discusses the four features you must have to ensure your business is a success. He also tells us how he re-mortgaged his house and put EVERYTHING on the line to launch his first bar in Headingley, why and how he stre…

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Behind the Scenes on Shroud of Turin with Barrie Schwortz 52:41

9M ago52:41

52:41

In this exclusive episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin podcast, we sit down with the remarkable Barrie Schwortz, the Official Documenting Photographer for the groundbreaking Shroud of Turin Research Project in 1978. Join us as Barrie takes us on a captivating journey through time, recounting his pivotal role in the first in-depth scienti…

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Jacob Hill - MD, Offploy 51:08

9M ago51:08

51:08

In this week’s podcast we meet Jacob Hill, MD of Offploy. Jacob tells us all about his start-up at the age of 19 that brought him business awards and £300,000 of angel investment but also talks about the mistakes made that brought it all crashing down. He then shares with us the story of his arrest and subsequent prison sentence that changed his li…

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Lee-J Walker - Joint MD, TheBusinessDesk.com 44:55

9M ago44:55

44:55

In this week's episode we speak to Lee-J Walker, joint MD at TheBusinessDesk.com. Lee explains to us the essential business skills learnt from being an engineer AND an army reservist, the importance of understanding different cultures when doing business internationally and, from his own experiences, what to look out for when doing an MBO. He also …

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The Shroud and the Seeker: Dale Glover's Insights 54:59

9M ago54:59

54:59

Prepare for an enlightening journey as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Dale Glover, a Real Seeker on a quest for truth. Dale's relentless pursuit of understanding our purpose in creation led him through a decade of research into the myriad of positive and negative evidences surrounding various religions. On May 5th, 2018, a pivot…

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Paul Dodd - Founder, AllGood 50:49

10M ago50:49

50:49

In this episode we talk to Founder and Owner of AllGood branding agency. Along with his near-fatal brain haemorrhage, Paul talks to us about the power of NLP, why his branding agency only offers clients one design option, how a masterful example of business creativity in a cinema visit won a client pitch, gives us some tips on business networking a…

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Digital Artistry Meets Ancient Mysteries: Mark Rivera's Exploration Into the Shroud of Turin 46:10

10M ago46:10

46:10

In our upcoming episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming Mark Rivera, a retired physicist with a penchant for unraveling mysteries. Currently residing in the tranquil landscapes of rural Hawaii, Mark's journey through the realms of optical physics, optimization, image processing, and art has been nothing short of fascinating. Mark's inquisitive m…

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